Talkin’ TurkeySaturday, November 1910:30 A.M. to noonHave you ever seen a wild turkey? Ben Franklin wanted it to be our national bird! Explore the woods and find out why turkeys are becoming more common in our neighborhoods. Learn about what they eat, how they nest and what sounds they make. Try your luck with a turkey “caller” and bring home a turkey decoration for your Thanksgiving table. This program is for children ages 5 and up with their families.Location: Hawk Rise Sanctuary, Range Road, LindenCost: FREE

Owl Moon Winter WalkSaturday, January 214:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.As the sun goes down on a winter’s eve join us at Hawk Rise for a winter walk at dusk. We’ll see whooo we can find and look for footprints in the snow (hopefully!). End the hike with a reading of “Owl Moon” by Jane Yolen while drinking hot chocolate and looking at the moon with binoculars. This program is for children ages 5 and up with their families.Location: Hawk Rise Sanctuary, Range Road, LindenCost: FREE

Hawk Rise Great Backyard Bird CountSaturday, February 1810:30 a.m. to NoonThis is the weekend of the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) an annual, national citizen-science event sponsored by Cornell University and the National Audubon Society. Learn how to identify common suburban birds and then take a hike to see who is staying at Hawk Rise. After we get some practice we will officially participate in the GBBC and log our data! This program is intended for birders of all ages and ability; loaner binoculars will be available. Dress warmly and be prepared to walk in snow or mud. Location: Hawk Rise Sanctuary, Range Road, Linden, NJ Cost: FREE